NEWS RELEASE

Los Angeles, CA )--The Melancholy Girls; A Journal of Discovery, written and illustrated by Elizabeth Decker (e.a. publications; $24.00), hits the bookstores at the end of the month, (Dutton Books, Brentwood, CA). The Melancholy Girls is a uniquely beautiful 41 page, illustrated book of poems and prose written to celebrate the voice of women and their sometimes-painful journey th rough life without shame or judgment. 

This hard cover, reflective work of art is a stunning addition to any coffee table, yet intimate enough to carry in a tote. The Melancholy Girls invites one to feast on the beauty and moods of the collective female mind. 

The charcoal illustrations of women are simple yet thought provoking exploring various states of a woman’s emotional being. The Melancholy Girls speak volumes often leaving the reader with the comfort of relating to a familiar voice.  Elizabeth’s poems and prose speak from the heart with an openness and honesty that is often lost in literature today.  ?lt;i>These are all our stories, not just mine,? says Elizabeth. See for yourself what the girls have to say?

About the author 

Elizabeth Decker a self -taught artist who earned her degree in writing from the University of South Carolina. She now lives in Los Angeles, California where she continues to explore her voice as an artist.  She is currently at work on her second book.

The Melancholy Girls

By Elizabeth Decker
Publication Date: February 2002
Price:  $24, hard cover
ISBN:  0-9716767-0-4

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